Duckhee Kim
Edison,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Director of Nursing at Edison Surgery Center, adept in nurse education and leadership, significantly improved patient outcomes through quality improvement initiatives and effective budget management. Leveraged strong work ethic and process improvements to enhance staff performance and compliance. Skilled in professional development and clinical resources management, fostering a culture of excellence and safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Edison Surgery Center
10 Parsonage Rd. Edison NJ 08837
08.2016 - Current
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Evaluated work performance of 15 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Charge Nurse
Union Surgery Center
1000 Galloping Hill Rd. Union NJ 07083
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Coordinated daily nursing activities to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, significantly reducing risk of non-compliance.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to adoption of innovative nursing practices.
- Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
- Managed supply of medical equipment and consumables, ensuring availability and reducing instances of stock-outs.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Union County College
Cranford, NJ05-2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Science
Trinitas School of Nursing
Elizabeth, NJ05-2016
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Policies compliance enforcement
- Process improvements
- Professional development
- Budget management
- Clinical resources management
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Languages
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Edison Surgery Center
08.2016 - Current
Charge Nurse
Union Surgery Center
08.2016 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Union County College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Science
Trinitas School of Nursing